Al Smith and Robinson chosen as Democratic standard bearers
The Democratic national convention elected Alfred E. Smith of New York and Joseph T. Robinson of Arkansas as the party’s standard bearers for the forthcoming campaign. Smith led in votes but required a shift to secure nomination while Robinson secured second place on the ticket. The platform favored enforcement of Prohibition, farm relief via a federal board, and cooperative marketing with government aid, opposing Republican policy and campaign excesses.
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al” Smith
New York
Alfred B. Smith
Joseph T. Robinson
Arkansas
Democratic Party
Smith
Ohio
Jim’ Reed
Houston
Joe Robinson
Federal Reserve System
Federal Farm Board
Federal Reserve Board
McNary-Haugen
Imarine
Claude G. Bowers
Dery
Republican Party
Cynical reflection on men and women in Tit Bits
A fragmentary quote from Tit Bits depicts a woman waiting on a corner with shifting emotions and a man’s view that women cannot be trusted. The passage contrasts patience and disappointment, ending with the woman becoming cynical after hours of waiting.
Speedometer hype and a boastful car trick
A salesman tells a buyer not to worry about speed while admitting the car’s speedometer is tampered to show twice the actual speed. The quotedPath finder dialogue highlights pressure to impress with high performance figures.
Learning by Note
A brief humor item shows a father joking about teaching his daughter to sing by ear and charging five dollars per lesson. The exchange plays on musical notes and money in a light domestic scene.
Wealthy man seeks cure as life’s pleasures dull
A rich, worldly man tells his doctor he is sick of everything and feeling low. The physician’s calm reply hints at a broader, wry observation on midlife malaise and desire for cure.
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American Legion Monthly
Cow prompts mood question in classroom joke
A teacher explains verbs moods and asks the class to identify mood from a sentence about a cow going to a shed. A child answers with a pun stating the cow mooed, turning the lesson into a lighthearted moment.
Court Presentation Claims Embezzlement Forgery
A man testifies he has twice faced embezzlement charges and once forgery as he presents before the court. The wording indicates he has been presented in court on these counts.
Photographing a Baby Sparks Racial Tension Scene
A photographer complains about not getting a good picture while a Black mother defends her child. The exchange includes racially charged language and threats to end the session, reflecting tensions during a posed portrait moment.
The Jokes Shade a Comedian’s Show in Banter
A brief exchange centers on joke writing and ages. One asks if all jokes were authored by the performer and the other responds yes, prompting a wry remark about appearing younger than age suggests. The dialogue frames a playful backstage moment.
An Aberration His Sister Wrathfully Proposal Questioned
A terse exchange recalls a rash marriage proposal sparked by a shove on the stairs. The dialogue reveals a shocked response and a chaotic moment leading to the question. No further context is provided about people or places.
All Over Country Policeman Scene of Murder Exchange
A reporter arrives at a rural murder scene and is told by the country policeman that the crime is already completed, and entry is denied. The brief exchange captures the tension between reporter duties and official restraint.
Complication in Refusal Sparks Domestic Dialogue
A brief dialogue fragment features Mrs. Jones asking if her husband's stuttering bothers her and Mrs. Smith replying that it helps, noting he prefers assisting with housework over speaking. The exchange highlights domestic dynamics and gendered role expectations.
Colorado high school girl wins national meat story prize
Misa Agnes Childress of Karval, a student at Ordway High School, has been chosen winner from 16,000 contestants in the Fifth National Meat Story contest. The honor includes a university scholarship and a $150 cash prize, awarded by the National Live Stock and Meat Board to high school home economics students nationwide.
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Colorado
Misa Agnes
Childress
Karval
Ordway
Hag
National Live Stock and Meat Board
National Board
Interior Secretary Hubert Work Elected Committee Chair
Dr Hubert Work secretary of the interior was elected chair of the committee in a recent meeting. The vote numbered among key party personnel and followed standard committee procedure.
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Hubert’ C. Work
the Interior
Republican National Committee
Friends Meeting
Herbert Hoover
Washington
White House
Swiss Cheese Curing Takes Long Slow Process
Imported Swiss cheese is made from fresh sweet milk and does not ripen. The curing spans two stages and occurs in five cellars to achieve the right condition. Fine Swiss cheese requires about eight to ten months to cure.
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